Barking Tales is a safe-space storytelling and comedy night running the 1st Wednesday of every month. Each show is a chilled social event in a cosy, acoustic venue serving hot and cold soft drinks and other snacks from our tuck shop. The lineup of comedians perform material about their own mental health experiences which is enjoyed by regular, friendly and welcoming attendees (affectionately known as Barkies), many of whom are neurodivergent and/or manage their own mental health challenges. For many Barkies, it’s the only social event they feel comfortable enough to go to and is an integral part of their monthly routine and social life. The Barking Tales format has been taken to theatres, universities, and festivals as well as it's regular home in Greater Manchester. The line-ups are impressive with most acts having been on shows such as Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats and Russell Howard’s Good News. At an Edinburgh Fringe Festival special in 2019 Russell Howard himself was on.
Key information
- Day: Wednesday
- Time: Doors open at 5pm, show starts at 8pm and finishes around 10.30pm.
- Frequency: Monthly
- Cost: Free
- Location: The Upstanding Citizens Bureau, Groundwork Building, Oldham, OL1 4AW (click to open map in new window)
Additional Information
- Accessible for Disabled People: Yes
- Accessible for People with Language Needs: No